From sheila.leigland at gmail.com  Tue Jun  1 04:49:32 2021
From: sheila.leigland at gmail.com (Sheila)
Date: Mon, 31 May 2021 22:49:32 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] using my prodedgy voice
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References: <780008af-6fc0-5e14-100b-affb3a8e1817@gmail.com>
 <027c01d74f64$6bb818f0$43284ad0$@charter.net>
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this is helpful information, thank you very much. It seems to be taking 
a long time to get the hang of it. I also have another question. my 
sister has a cgm and loves it. I don't have a smart phone but was 
wondering if I got an ipad if the app could be downloaded to that 
device. I'm not great at touch screens.

On 5/22/2021 5:44 PM, Debbie Wunder via Diabetes-Talk wrote:
> Hi, I found that if I laid the strip flat on my finger, then slid it toward the stick site that this almost always worked. Also make sure your finger is warm, and if you hang your hand down then shake it vigorously, your finger will have a better blood flow.
>
> Debbie
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Sheila via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2021 3:08 PM
> To: Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Sheila <sheila.leigland at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] using my prodedgy voice
>
> Bern my name is sheila Leigland and I would like to know if you have tips for getting the blood on the prodedgy voice strips. I'm a type two but it is frustrating when trying to get enough blood and getting it on the strips. My insurance which is humana medicare doesn't cover cgm's or  at least that is what the folks there told me last week. I won't mind finger sticks if I can actually learn to do it correctly.thank you for any advice you can give me.
>
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From joystigile at gmail.com  Tue Jun  1 05:10:19 2021
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 31 May 2021 22:10:19 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] DAN of California Education Talk, June 1
Message-ID: <00b001d756a4$6af2eed0$40d8cc70$@gmail.com>

Hello fellow Federationists!

The Diabetes Action Network of California will be hosting our next Education
talk meeting on June 1 at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom.  Our topic is titled "Why did
Joy and Robert Stigile decide to stop pricking their fingers to check their
blood sugar level and start using a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)".  Find
out what a CGM is and how they were able to have Medicare pay for their
supplies, even though Robert does not take Insulin.  All are welcome!

You are  invited to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

 

Topic: Diabetes Action Network of California Educational talk and Meeting 

Date:  Tuesday June 1, 2021

Time: 07:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

       8:30 p.m. Mountain

9:30 p.m. Central

10:30 p.m. Eastern

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82122371592?pwd=SE56S1dmRkdFV0Z4QTdMVlQ1MkNQQT09

 

Meeting ID: 821 2237 1592

Passcode: 416128

One tap mobile

+16699009128,,82122371592#,,,,*416128# US (San Jose)

+12532158782,,82122371592#,,,,*416128# US (Tacoma)

 

Dial by your location

        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

 

Joy Stigile

President, Diabetes Action Network of California

Treasurer, Diabetes Action Network National Division 

joystigile at gmail.com <mailto:joystigile at gmail.com> 

818.510.2353  

With Hope, Love and Determination,

The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends
who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nations Blind. Every day we work
together to help Blind people live the lives we want.

 

 


From 1.sally at comcast.net  Wed Jun  2 15:39:44 2021
From: 1.sally at comcast.net (SALLY MAGUIRE)
Date: Wed, 2 Jun 2021 16:39:44 +0100 (CET)
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Reaching Out....Sally
Message-ID: <440681607.196786.1622648385028@connect.xfinity.com>

I hope this finds you well. Can i ask you a favor?

Sally

From mota1252 at gmail.com  Wed Jun  2 16:02:17 2021
From: mota1252 at gmail.com (Milton)
Date: Wed, 2 Jun 2021 11:02:17 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Reaching Out....Sally
In-Reply-To: <440681607.196786.1622648385028@connect.xfinity.com>
References: <440681607.196786.1622648385028@connect.xfinity.com>
Message-ID: <009001d757c8$b663d2b0$232b7810$@gmail.com>

Hi,
I'm unclear as to who you are referring to.


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of SALLY
MAGUIRE via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, June 2, 2021 10:40 AM
Cc: SALLY MAGUIRE <1.sally at comcast.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Reaching Out....Sally

I hope this finds you well. Can i ask you a favor?

Sally
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From joystigile at gmail.com  Wed Jun  2 23:02:46 2021
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 2 Jun 2021 16:02:46 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Reaching Out....Sally
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References: <440681607.196786.1622648385028@connect.xfinity.com>
 <009001d757c8$b663d2b0$232b7810$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <005f01d75803$6755a050$3600e0f0$@gmail.com>

Hi Milton,
I believe this is a scam email so, I called Sally and she said it was!.
Joy


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Milton
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, June 2, 2021 9:02 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Milton <mota1252 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Reaching Out....Sally

Hi,
I'm unclear as to who you are referring to.


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of SALLY
MAGUIRE via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, June 2, 2021 10:40 AM
Cc: SALLY MAGUIRE <1.sally at comcast.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Reaching Out....Sally

I hope this finds you well. Can i ask you a favor?

Sally
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From Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com  Mon Jun  7 18:01:09 2021
From: Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com (Anita Ogletree)
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2021 18:01:09 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
Message-ID: <BYAPR19MB2520254323F9B4D554CCBECCEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>

Dear Members,

My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.

My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.

Any information provided will be great.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Anita

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From lfitz50 at gmail.com  Mon Jun  7 18:20:51 2021
From: lfitz50 at gmail.com (Les Fitzpatrick)
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2021 11:20:51 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
In-Reply-To: <BYAPR19MB2520254323F9B4D554CCBECCEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>
References: <BYAPR19MB2520254323F9B4D554CCBECCEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <007301d75bc9$d9833dd0$8c89b970$@gmail.com>

I am totally blind and it is very accessible. 

Les fitzpatrickPiano Technician
Ham call K5FPT

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Anita
Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 11:01 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Anita Ogletree <Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Dear Members,

My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support
group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.

My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past
Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users
and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.

Any information provided will be great.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Anita

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From mota1252 at gmail.com  Mon Jun  7 18:36:18 2021
From: mota1252 at gmail.com (Milton)
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2021 13:36:18 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
In-Reply-To: <BYAPR19MB2520254323F9B4D554CCBECCEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>
References: <BYAPR19MB2520254323F9B4D554CCBECCEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <002201d75bcc$0e6f2520$2b4d6f60$@gmail.com>

Hello and welcome to the list.

To answer your question, YES, the Dexcom G6 app works on most of the current
models of iPhones running the latest installation of iOS 14.6 along with
using voiceover.

You will need to set up an account on the Dexcom app which will give you the
same login on the website.

I would strongly advise that you make arrangements to see a diabetes
educator for assistance and once you get the hang of it it is very easy to
change out the sensor every 10-days and replace the transmitter every
90-days. The diabetes educator can also help you understand some of the
setting on the app and putting the code for the sensor and transmitter which
is required for activation of both items.

The transmitter code can be found on the box that the transmitter comes in
and you can use the phones camera to get the code to be entered directly
into the app. I have not found this very useful.

You will also or could use the camera to get a 4-digit code for the sensor.
I also found this difficult for a totally blind person.

Entering the codes for me I have found that for the sensor I'm able to use
Seeing AI from Microsoft on my iPhone but getting the code for the
transmitter you will need to get some assistance from either a reading app
or someone sighted like using Be My Eyes or Aira.

If you have further questions, please feel free to contact me.

By the way the Diabetes Action Network will have a program during the
convention of the National Federation of the Blind. When the program comes
out on the national website you should grab a copy to find the Zoom login
for the Diabetes Action Network. It will be a program that will have
speakers and a business meeting.

Again, if you have further questions just reply to this message.



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Anita
Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 1:01 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Anita Ogletree <Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Dear Members,

My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support
group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.

My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past
Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users
and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.

Any information provided will be great.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Anita

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From Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com  Mon Jun  7 18:51:46 2021
From: Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com (Anita Ogletree)
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2021 18:51:46 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
In-Reply-To: <002201d75bcc$0e6f2520$2b4d6f60$@gmail.com>
References: <BYAPR19MB2520254323F9B4D554CCBECCEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>
 <002201d75bcc$0e6f2520$2b4d6f60$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BYAPR19MB252055F83880CFC3FFD33C7BEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>

Thank you. I will speak with my Health Educator about getting help to set it up.

Regards,

Anita

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Milton via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 11:36 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Milton <mota1252 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Hello and welcome to the list.

To answer your question, YES, the Dexcom G6 app works on most of the current models of iPhones running the latest installation of iOS 14.6 along with using voiceover.

You will need to set up an account on the Dexcom app which will give you the same login on the website.

I would strongly advise that you make arrangements to see a diabetes educator for assistance and once you get the hang of it it is very easy to change out the sensor every 10-days and replace the transmitter every 90-days. The diabetes educator can also help you understand some of the setting on the app and putting the code for the sensor and transmitter which is required for activation of both items.

The transmitter code can be found on the box that the transmitter comes in and you can use the phones camera to get the code to be entered directly into the app. I have not found this very useful.

You will also or could use the camera to get a 4-digit code for the sensor.
I also found this difficult for a totally blind person.

Entering the codes for me I have found that for the sensor I'm able to use Seeing AI from Microsoft on my iPhone but getting the code for the transmitter you will need to get some assistance from either a reading app or someone sighted like using Be My Eyes or Aira.

If you have further questions, please feel free to contact me.

By the way the Diabetes Action Network will have a program during the convention of the National Federation of the Blind. When the program comes out on the national website you should grab a copy to find the Zoom login for the Diabetes Action Network. It will be a program that will have speakers and a business meeting.

Again, if you have further questions just reply to this message.



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Anita Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 1:01 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Anita Ogletree <Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Dear Members,

My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.

My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.

Any information provided will be great.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Anita

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From lfitz50 at gmail.com  Mon Jun  7 18:52:57 2021
From: lfitz50 at gmail.com (Les Fitzpatrick)
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2021 11:52:57 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
In-Reply-To: <002201d75bcc$0e6f2520$2b4d6f60$@gmail.com>
References: <BYAPR19MB2520254323F9B4D554CCBECCEB389@BYAPR19MB2520.namprd19.prod.outlook.com>
 <002201d75bcc$0e6f2520$2b4d6f60$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <007b01d75bce$552cf800$ff86e800$@gmail.com>

I use my iphone and scan the code on the individual sensor package with the
Seeing A Eye app. 

Les fitzpatrickPiano Technician
Ham call K5FPT

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Milton
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 11:36 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Milton <mota1252 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Hello and welcome to the list.

To answer your question, YES, the Dexcom G6 app works on most of the current
models of iPhones running the latest installation of iOS 14.6 along with
using voiceover.

You will need to set up an account on the Dexcom app which will give you the
same login on the website.

I would strongly advise that you make arrangements to see a diabetes
educator for assistance and once you get the hang of it it is very easy to
change out the sensor every 10-days and replace the transmitter every
90-days. The diabetes educator can also help you understand some of the
setting on the app and putting the code for the sensor and transmitter which
is required for activation of both items.

The transmitter code can be found on the box that the transmitter comes in
and you can use the phones camera to get the code to be entered directly
into the app. I have not found this very useful.

You will also or could use the camera to get a 4-digit code for the sensor.
I also found this difficult for a totally blind person.

Entering the codes for me I have found that for the sensor I'm able to use
Seeing AI from Microsoft on my iPhone but getting the code for the
transmitter you will need to get some assistance from either a reading app
or someone sighted like using Be My Eyes or Aira.

If you have further questions, please feel free to contact me.

By the way the Diabetes Action Network will have a program during the
convention of the National Federation of the Blind. When the program comes
out on the national website you should grab a copy to find the Zoom login
for the Diabetes Action Network. It will be a program that will have
speakers and a business meeting.

Again, if you have further questions just reply to this message.



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Anita
Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 1:01 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Anita Ogletree <Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Dear Members,

My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support
group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.

My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past
Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users
and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.

Any information provided will be great.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Anita

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From diana56cook at gmail.com  Mon Jun  7 19:25:24 2021
From: diana56cook at gmail.com (Diana Cook)
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 2021 15:25:24 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
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Anita, do you have a diabetes educator? Maybe they can advise you. Welcome to the group!  Diana

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> On Jun 7, 2021, at 14:02, Anita Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Dear Members,
> 
> My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.
> 
> My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.
> 
> Any information provided will be great.
> 
> Thank you in advance.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Anita
> 
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From Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com  Tue Jun  8 18:50:35 2021
From: Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com (Anita Ogletree)
Date: Tue, 8 Jun 2021 18:50:35 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
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Dianna,

Yes, I have but not since receiving the Dexcom. I plan to reach out to her today.

Regards,

Anita

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Diana Cook via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 12:25 PM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Diana Cook <diana56cook at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Anita, do you have a diabetes educator? Maybe they can advise you. Welcome to the group!  Diana

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> On Jun 7, 2021, at 14:02, Anita Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Dear Members,
> 
> My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.
> 
> My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.
> 
> Any information provided will be great.
> 
> Thank you in advance.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Anita
> 
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From walterl.mitch2 at gmail.com  Wed Jun  9 15:16:26 2021
From: walterl.mitch2 at gmail.com (walterl.mitch2 at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jun 2021 11:16:26 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Educate, Empower and Inspire,
 hosted by the Ohio diabetes Action Network (OH DAN)
Message-ID: <00c701d75d42$6b025a60$41070f20$@gmail.com>

Greetings Diabetes Action Network, Family and Friends,


You are cordially invited to learn and express your diabetic experiences
with the Diabetes Action Network of Ohio, this Saturday, June 12 , 2021,
10:00 am Eastern.

There will be a continued  discussion on safe Herbs, spices and other
seasons for our food preparation, accompanied by label reading and making
the best choice for your food  items.

Information supplied by Montgomery Co. Health Dept. Diabetic Division

Just Dial Us:

605) 475-4882

 

Access code:  889 687

We will also be discussing Ohio State Convention activities. 

 

President-Susan Day

Vice President-Walter Mitchell

Treasure-Collene Roth

Secretary-Wanda M. Sloan

Board Chair-Sue Ott

 

Diabetic Educator-Sandra K/ Mernen-Kettering Medical Center

Ohio Affiliate President-Richard Payne

Our Mission. The NFB Diabetes Action Network educates, empowers, and
inspires people living with diabetes.

 

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From debbiewunder at charter.net  Wed Jun  9 21:33:43 2021
From: debbiewunder at charter.net (debbiewunder at charter.net)
Date: Wed, 9 Jun 2021 16:33:43 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
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Hi Anita, welcome. My name is Debbie Wunder and I am president of the
Diabetes Action Network. If I can be of any help to you I can be reached at
the above email address, or call  me at 573 2686989.

As others have already mentioned, I would talk with your diabetes educator.

Good Luck!
 Debbie
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Anita
Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 1:01 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Anita Ogletree <Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Dear Members,

My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support
group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.

My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past
Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users
and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.

Any information provided will be great.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Anita

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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Sat Jun 12 03:14:35 2021
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 20:14:35 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List
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Hi Anita.
Welcome to the list. I am also totally blind and use the Dexcom G6. At least
when I started, you couldn't set up your account on the app, you had to do
that on the Dexcom web site. Then when you get the app, you log into your
account. I do have a list of instructions I wrote out and would be happy to
send it to you. If nothing else, it could serve as a reminder once you have
an introduction to it.
But there are a bunch of us here who would be happy to give pointers and
help along the way. I look forward to your contributions as well.
Veronica


"Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
To learn more, visit:
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????????????????Veronica Elsea, Owner
Laurel Creek Music Designs
Santa Cruz, California
Phone: 831-429-6407


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Debbie
Wunder via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, June 09, 2021 2:34 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: debbiewunder at charter.net
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Hi Anita, welcome. My name is Debbie Wunder and I am president of the
Diabetes Action Network. If I can be of any help to you I can be reached at
the above email address, or call  me at 573 2686989.

As others have already mentioned, I would talk with your diabetes educator.

Good Luck!
 Debbie
-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Anita
Ogletree via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 7, 2021 1:01 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Anita Ogletree <Ms.Ogletree at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] New To List

Dear Members,

My name is anita. I joined this group this weekend because I need a support
group to help manage and monitor my blood sugar levels.

My doctor prescribed the Dexcom G 6 and I received the supplies this past
Saturday. I would like to know if this system is accessible for blind users
and is there a website or app that I can go to with instructions.

Any information provided will be great.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Anita

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From sheila.leigland at gmail.com  Fri Jun 18 04:39:56 2021
From: sheila.leigland at gmail.com (Sheila)
Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 22:39:56 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] control solution
Message-ID: <931eb335-a558-b72a-c74b-805dad7d2542@gmail.com>

hello, is the prodedgy voice suppose to have two solution one for high 
and one for low readings and if not does one control test cover making 
sure the system is properly calibrated thanks much.



From sheila.leigland at gmail.com  Fri Jun 18 05:15:22 2021
From: sheila.leigland at gmail.com (Sheila)
Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 23:15:22 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test
Message-ID: <5e5f7e20-597a-3372-6162-d8c71a12aa74@gmail.com>

are my messages getting through to the list?



From pmaddix at comcast.net  Fri Jun 18 05:15:41 2021
From: pmaddix at comcast.net (Patricia Maddix)
Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 22:15:41 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] control solution
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Sheila,
You only need to use either the high or the low control solution to test the meter and your strips.
Patricia

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> On Jun 17, 2021, at 9:41 PM, Sheila via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?hello, is the prodedgy voice suppose to have two solution one for high and one for low readings and if not does one control test cover making sure the system is properly calibrated thanks much.
> 
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From kg6sxy at gmail.com  Fri Jun 18 05:32:48 2021
From: kg6sxy at gmail.com (kg 6sxy (kg6sxy))
Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2021 01:32:48 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test
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Yes they are!

Take care,  
Tony


> On Jun 18, 2021, at 1:15 AM, Sheila via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> are my messages getting through to the list?
> 
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From mota1252 at gmail.com  Fri Jun 18 12:45:30 2021
From: mota1252 at gmail.com (Milton)
Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2021 07:45:30 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test
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Yes, your message came through



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Sheila
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, June 18, 2021 12:15 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test

are my messages getting through to the list?


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From lfitz50 at gmail.com  Fri Jun 18 15:27:31 2021
From: lfitz50 at gmail.com (Les Fitzpatrick)
Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2021 08:27:31 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test
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Yes, they are. As far as I know and have ever seen there is only one control
solution it has a parameter of a high and a low that your meter is supposed
to be between, and that's all I know about that.

Les fitzpatrickPiano Technician
Ham call K5FPT

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Sheila
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2021 10:15 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test

are my messages getting through to the list?


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From underdogmj at comcast.net  Fri Jun 18 15:30:49 2021
From: underdogmj at comcast.net (underdogmj at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2021 11:30:49 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test
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References: <5e5f7e20-597a-3372-6162-d8c71a12aa74@gmail.com>
 <002101d76456$7510a870$5f31f950$@gmail.com>
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yes loud and clear 

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Les
Fitzpatrick via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, June 18, 2021 11:28 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Les Fitzpatrick <lfitz50 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] test

Yes, they are. As far as I know and have ever seen there is only one control
solution it has a parameter of a high and a low that your meter is supposed
to be between, and that's all I know about that.

Les fitzpatrickPiano Technician
Ham call K5FPT

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Sheila
via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2021 10:15 PM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] test

are my messages getting through to the list?


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From icecreamlover76 at outlook.com  Mon Jun 21 13:22:54 2021
From: icecreamlover76 at outlook.com (Terri Stimmel)
Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2021 08:22:54 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
Message-ID: <CH2PR04MB68391CBE4D408A931532BD0DA80A9@CH2PR04MB6839.namprd04.prod.outlook.com>

Hello everyone,


I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I 
just wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer 
a couple of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and 
input, if any of you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.


First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I 
believe she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the 
other lady I really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was 
moving out of state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think 
she will work just fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I 
go to see her for a 2nd visit, in August.


I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I 
do apologize.


I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not 
need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an 
obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.

I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I 
want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this 
doesn't sound right to me.


I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them 
ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C 
will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My 
numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this 
is definitely promising.


One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on 
1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So 
for about a little over a month.

However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I 
reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and 
discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I 
have felt so much better just over the weekend.


I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to 
be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy. 
As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I 
had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for 
me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night 
it seemed.

Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking 
diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have 
gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on 
the situation I am in.

I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't 
actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I 
would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are, 
Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and 
strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a 
week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it 
doesn't have sugar.


I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well 
as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't 
think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the 
nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with 
it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though, 
I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I 
then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.

I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments 
where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.


That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress 
overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want 
to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's 
how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging 
at times.

Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.


Now here are some observations I have made.


Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes 
care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I 
liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed. 
And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get 
anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch. 
I am pretty happy with this decision.


However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a 
dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best 
just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned 
this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a 
nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my 
diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.


I say all that to say this.


Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?

I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems 
that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't 
seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are 
saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a 
couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can 
make things complicated.


Does this make any sense?

I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of 
course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final 
decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able 
to make my own decisions.

But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit 
much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is 
what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am 
ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem 
as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.


Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?


Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another 
update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We 
won't know until August.


Thank you, and please stay well.


Terri



From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Mon Jun 21 14:10:57 2021
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:10:57 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
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Terri,

Most diabetic educators and nurse practitioners that I have met tell me that
totally eliminating sweets is the best way to guarantee that any of us will
go back to eating them without restraint.

True, it takes a while to get in the mind-set of eating them occasionally,
but it does work. I stayed on Metformen ten years too long with Metformen
and I have tried every kind there is and like you, now that I am off of it I
feel a million times better, so good for you.

Ask your specialist about either glucerna or boost. Both have a component
for diabetics and I have used them when I don't have time or don't feel like
eating breakfast but I need something to keep sugars stable and not have the
numbers rising. I typically use them once or perhaps twice a week. If you
like peanut butter, try PB2 which you hydrate with water but it is a lot
lower in fat. I have had good luck increasing my protein and keeping the
hungry horrrors away. Glad to see you are seeing progress and results that
help you to feel the hard work has made a difference. This is so crucial.
Keep working at it and it will work itself out.

Jeanette

  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Terri Stimmel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 21, 2021 9:23 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Terri Stimmel
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations

Hello everyone,


I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I 
just wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer 
a couple of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and 
input, if any of you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.


First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I 
believe she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the 
other lady I really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was 
moving out of state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think 
she will work just fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I 
go to see her for a 2nd visit, in August.


I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I 
do apologize.


I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not 
need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an 
obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.

I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I 
want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this 
doesn't sound right to me.


I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them 
ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C 
will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My 
numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this 
is definitely promising.


One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on 
1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So 
for about a little over a month.

However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I 
reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and 
discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I 
have felt so much better just over the weekend.


I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to 
be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy. 
As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I 
had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for 
me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night 
it seemed.

Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking 
diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have 
gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on 
the situation I am in.

I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't 
actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I 
would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are, 
Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and 
strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a 
week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it 
doesn't have sugar.


I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well 
as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't 
think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the 
nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with 
it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though, 
I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I 
then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.

I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments 
where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.


That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress 
overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want 
to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's 
how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging 
at times.

Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.


Now here are some observations I have made.


Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes 
care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I 
liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed. 
And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get 
anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch. 
I am pretty happy with this decision.


However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a 
dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best 
just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned 
this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a 
nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my 
diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.


I say all that to say this.


Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?

I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems 
that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't 
seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are 
saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a 
couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can 
make things complicated.


Does this make any sense?

I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of 
course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final 
decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able 
to make my own decisions.

But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit 
much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is 
what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am 
ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem 
as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.


Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?


Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another 
update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We 
won't know until August.


Thank you, and please stay well.


Terri


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From mota1252 at gmail.com  Mon Jun 21 15:18:52 2021
From: mota1252 at gmail.com (Milton)
Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:18:52 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
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Message-ID: <003401d766b0$cb1c8480$61558d80$@gmail.com>

Hello Terri,

You didn't mention whether you have started some kind of exercise program
and was wondering what are you doing for exercising.

The best answer to eating probloems and craving is to do all eating in
moderation.

Wishing you the best oon your journey to taking care of your diabetes.

Remember that the Diabetes Action Network will have a session during the
national convention of the Federations convention and you can obtain a copy
of the convention schedule by going to https://nfb.org/convention/ and
either read online or download the preferred format of epub, Word or
formatted braille of the convention agenda.

Best,
Milton


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Terri
Stimmel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 21, 2021 8:23 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Terri Stimmel <icecreamlover76 at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations

Hello everyone,


I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I just
wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer a couple
of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and input, if any of
you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.


First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I believe
she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the other lady I
really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was moving out of
state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think she will work just
fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I go to see her for a
2nd visit, in August.


I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I do
apologize.


I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not 
need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an 
obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.

I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I 
want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this 
doesn't sound right to me.


I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them 
ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C 
will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My 
numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this 
is definitely promising.


One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on 
1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So 
for about a little over a month.

However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I 
reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and 
discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I 
have felt so much better just over the weekend.


I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to 
be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy. 
As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I 
had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for 
me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night 
it seemed.

Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking 
diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have 
gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on 
the situation I am in.

I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't 
actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I 
would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are, 
Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and 
strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a 
week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it 
doesn't have sugar.


I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well 
as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't 
think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the 
nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with 
it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though, 
I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I 
then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.

I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments 
where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.


That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress 
overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want 
to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's 
how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging 
at times.

Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.


Now here are some observations I have made.


Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes 
care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I 
liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed. 
And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get 
anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch. 
I am pretty happy with this decision.


However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a 
dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best 
just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned 
this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a 
nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my 
diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.


I say all that to say this.


Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?

I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems 
that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't 
seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are 
saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a 
couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can 
make things complicated.


Does this make any sense?

I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of 
course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final 
decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able 
to make my own decisions.

But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit 
much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is 
what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am 
ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem 
as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.


Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?


Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another 
update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We 
won't know until August.


Thank you, and please stay well.


Terri


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From singingmywayin at gmail.com  Tue Jun 22 01:22:59 2021
From: singingmywayin at gmail.com (Danielle Ledet)
Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2021 20:22:59 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
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 <003401d766b0$cb1c8480$61558d80$@gmail.com>
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I like the Premiere Proteain Shakes. I like vanilla and chocolate.

On 6/21/21, Milton via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hello Terri,
>
> You didn't mention whether you have started some kind of exercise program
> and was wondering what are you doing for exercising.
>
> The best answer to eating probloems and craving is to do all eating in
> moderation.
>
> Wishing you the best oon your journey to taking care of your diabetes.
>
> Remember that the Diabetes Action Network will have a session during the
> national convention of the Federations convention and you can obtain a copy
> of the convention schedule by going to https://nfb.org/convention/ and
> either read online or download the preferred format of epub, Word or
> formatted braille of the convention agenda.
>
> Best,
> Milton
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Terri
> Stimmel via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, June 21, 2021 8:23 AM
> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Terri Stimmel <icecreamlover76 at outlook.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
>
> Hello everyone,
>
>
> I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I just
> wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer a
> couple
> of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and input, if any
> of
> you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.
>
>
> First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I believe
> she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the other lady I
> really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was moving out of
> state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think she will work
> just
> fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I go to see her for a
> 2nd visit, in August.
>
>
> I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I do
> apologize.
>
>
> I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not
> need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an
> obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.
>
> I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I
> want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this
> doesn't sound right to me.
>
>
> I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them
> ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C
> will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My
> numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this
> is definitely promising.
>
>
> One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on
> 1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So
> for about a little over a month.
>
> However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I
> reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and
> discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I
> have felt so much better just over the weekend.
>
>
> I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to
> be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy.
> As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I
> had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for
> me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night
> it seemed.
>
> Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking
> diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have
> gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on
> the situation I am in.
>
> I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't
> actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I
> would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are,
> Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and
> strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a
> week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it
> doesn't have sugar.
>
>
> I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well
> as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't
> think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the
> nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with
> it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though,
> I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I
> then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.
>
> I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments
> where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.
>
>
> That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress
> overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want
> to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's
> how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging
> at times.
>
> Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.
>
>
> Now here are some observations I have made.
>
>
> Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes
> care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I
> liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed.
> And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get
> anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch.
> I am pretty happy with this decision.
>
>
> However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a
> dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best
> just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned
> this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a
> nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my
> diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.
>
>
> I say all that to say this.
>
>
> Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?
>
> I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems
> that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't
> seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are
> saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a
> couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can
> make things complicated.
>
>
> Does this make any sense?
>
> I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of
> course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final
> decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able
> to make my own decisions.
>
> But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit
> much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is
> what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am
> ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem
> as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.
>
>
> Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?
>
>
> Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another
> update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We
> won't know until August.
>
>
> Thank you, and please stay well.
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From joystigile at gmail.com  Tue Jun 22 04:22:16 2021
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 21 Jun 2021 21:22:16 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
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Hi Terri,
So, happy to hear your good news!  Keep up your excellent changes that you
have been working at.  I am sure the weight will fall off and the medication
will be lowered even more this summer.
As far as desserts, I have never had a Certified Diabetes Dietitian Educator
(C.D.D.E.) or a doctor tell me it is OK to occasionally eat sweets.  Maybe
they meant to add after you are at your goal weight and your A1C is 5.9 or
lower.
Check again before you add them back into your eating plan.
Warmly, Joy



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Terri
Stimmel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 21, 2021 6:23 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Terri Stimmel <icecreamlover76 at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations

Hello everyone,


I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I just
wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer a couple
of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and input, if any of
you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.


First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I believe
she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the other lady I
really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was moving out of
state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think she will work just
fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I go to see her for a
2nd visit, in August.


I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I do
apologize.


I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not 
need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an 
obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.

I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I 
want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this 
doesn't sound right to me.


I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them 
ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C 
will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My 
numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this 
is definitely promising.


One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on 
1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So 
for about a little over a month.

However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I 
reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and 
discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I 
have felt so much better just over the weekend.


I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to 
be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy. 
As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I 
had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for 
me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night 
it seemed.

Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking 
diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have 
gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on 
the situation I am in.

I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't 
actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I 
would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are, 
Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and 
strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a 
week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it 
doesn't have sugar.


I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well 
as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't 
think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the 
nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with 
it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though, 
I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I 
then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.

I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments 
where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.


That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress 
overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want 
to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's 
how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging 
at times.

Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.


Now here are some observations I have made.


Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes 
care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I 
liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed. 
And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get 
anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch. 
I am pretty happy with this decision.


However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a 
dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best 
just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned 
this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a 
nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my 
diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.


I say all that to say this.


Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?

I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems 
that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't 
seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are 
saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a 
couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can 
make things complicated.


Does this make any sense?

I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of 
course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final 
decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able 
to make my own decisions.

But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit 
much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is 
what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am 
ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem 
as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.


Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?


Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another 
update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We 
won't know until August.


Thank you, and please stay well.


Terri


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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Tue Jun 22 11:39:08 2021
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Tue, 22 Jun 2021 07:39:08 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
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References: <CH2PR04MB68391CBE4D408A931532BD0DA80A9@CH2PR04MB6839.namprd04.prod.outlook.com>
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Recently I was told that if you are on Insulin and the like they want the
A1C to be above 6.0 to prevent lows. And I have been told by two CDDE's that
if you have a sweet it has to be calculated in, but everyone differs as to
whether this latitude is all right, so check with the person you are working
with.

Jeanette

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Joy Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 22, 2021 12:22 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: joystigile at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations

Hi Terri,
So, happy to hear your good news!  Keep up your excellent changes that you
have been working at.  I am sure the weight will fall off and the medication
will be lowered even more this summer.
As far as desserts, I have never had a Certified Diabetes Dietitian Educator
(C.D.D.E.) or a doctor tell me it is OK to occasionally eat sweets.  Maybe
they meant to add after you are at your goal weight and your A1C is 5.9 or
lower.
Check again before you add them back into your eating plan.
Warmly, Joy



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Terri
Stimmel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 21, 2021 6:23 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Terri Stimmel <icecreamlover76 at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations

Hello everyone,


I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I just
wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer a couple
of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and input, if any of
you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.


First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I believe
she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the other lady I
really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was moving out of
state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think she will work just
fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I go to see her for a
2nd visit, in August.


I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I do
apologize.


I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not 
need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an 
obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.

I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I 
want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this 
doesn't sound right to me.


I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them 
ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C 
will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My 
numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this 
is definitely promising.


One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on 
1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So 
for about a little over a month.

However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I 
reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and 
discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I 
have felt so much better just over the weekend.


I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to 
be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy. 
As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I 
had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for 
me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night 
it seemed.

Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking 
diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have 
gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on 
the situation I am in.

I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't 
actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I 
would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are, 
Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and 
strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a 
week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it 
doesn't have sugar.


I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well 
as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't 
think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the 
nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with 
it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though, 
I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I 
then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.

I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments 
where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.


That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress 
overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want 
to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's 
how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging 
at times.

Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.


Now here are some observations I have made.


Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes 
care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I 
liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed. 
And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get 
anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch. 
I am pretty happy with this decision.


However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a 
dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best 
just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned 
this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a 
nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my 
diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.


I say all that to say this.


Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?

I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems 
that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't 
seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are 
saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a 
couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can 
make things complicated.


Does this make any sense?

I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of 
course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final 
decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able 
to make my own decisions.

But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit 
much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is 
what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am 
ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem 
as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.


Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?


Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another 
update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We 
won't know until August.


Thank you, and please stay well.


Terri


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From pramit.vision at gmail.com  Wed Jun 23 21:16:27 2021
From: pramit.vision at gmail.com (PRAMIT BHARGAVA)
Date: Thu, 24 Jun 2021 02:46:27 +0530
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
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Hi Terri,
I also went through the same experience a few years back. By what you are saying, it essentially means that you need to control your cravings.
For that what I do is take 5-6 mini meals in a day. I eat something after every 2-2 n half hours. You should eat when you are little hungry and stop when you are almost full and not when you are totally full. This will actually let you control your cravings.

You may want to watch this video where I have explained the whole process(no commercials attached, it is just to help you)

https://youtu.be/2knVCQE9_70

Hope this helps.

-- 

Pramit,
Founder - Louie Voice Control <https://youtu.be/F0-y7087Kzg>
Louie Voice Control Website <https://louievoice.com/>

> On 21-Jun-2021, at 18:53, Terri Stimmel via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> ?Hello everyone,
> 
> 
> I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I just wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer a couple of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and input, if any of you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.
> 
> 
> First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I believe she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the other lady I really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was moving out of state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think she will work just fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I go to see her for a 2nd visit, in August.
> 
> 
> I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I do apologize.
> 
> 
> I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.
> 
> I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this doesn't sound right to me.
> 
> 
> I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this is definitely promising.
> 
> 
> One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on 1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So for about a little over a month.
> 
> However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I have felt so much better just over the weekend.
> 
> 
> I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy. As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night it seemed.
> 
> Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on the situation I am in.
> 
> I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are, Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it doesn't have sugar.
> 
> 
> I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though, I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.
> 
> I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.
> 
> 
> That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging at times.
> 
> Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.
> 
> 
> Now here are some observations I have made.
> 
> 
> Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed. And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch. I am pretty happy with this decision.
> 
> 
> However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.
> 
> 
> I say all that to say this.
> 
> 
> Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?
> 
> I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can make things complicated.
> 
> 
> Does this make any sense?
> 
> I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able to make my own decisions.
> 
> But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.
> 
> 
> Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?
> 
> 
> Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We won't know until August.
> 
> 
> Thank you, and please stay well.
> 
> 
> Terri
> 
> 
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From debbiewunder at charter.net  Wed Jun 23 22:44:40 2021
From: debbiewunder at charter.net (debbiewunder at charter.net)
Date: Wed, 23 Jun 2021 17:44:40 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations
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Hi, glad to hear that things are going better for you.

As for deserts maybe you could limit them to when you are eating out,
instead of having them available at home. For me I love blueberries, so
putting them with cottage cheese is a wonderful treat in my book.

I also believe that if you can talk with a  dietitian, it could be most
helpful to you.

Good Luck!

Debbie

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Terri
Stimmel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, June 21, 2021 8:23 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Terri Stimmel <icecreamlover76 at outlook.com>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Update on me, and couple of observations

Hello everyone,


I hope all of you are well. Things are going pretty good on my end. I just
wanted to give a small update on myself. But I also wanted to offer a couple
of observations I have made. I would love some thoughts and input, if any of
you would like to share your thoughts. So here we go.


First of all, I saw my new diabetes specialist in May. Actually, I believe
she is a nurse practicianor. I started seeing her after the other lady I
really liked, and had only seen twice, informed me she was moving out of
state. She recommended the woman I am now seeing. I think she will work just
fine. I don't want to say for certain just yet. But I go to see her for a
2nd visit, in August.


I can't remember what I have mentioned so far. So if I repeat myself, I do
apologize.


I am now down to 20 units of treceba a day. My goal is to eventually not 
need this at all. And my doctors and everyone feel that this is an 
obtainable goal. But I still have work to do before this can happen.

I am also taking Ozempic. I can't remember the dose at the moment. I 
want to say that it is 2 MG once a week. But for some reason this 
doesn't sound right to me.


I am not having the low blood sugars as I once was. I do still have them 
ocasionally. But not like I was. And I can't wait to see what my A1C 
will be. I am hoping it will be lower. But we will just have to see. My 
numbers most of the time are staying within a reasonable range. So this 
is definitely promising.


One change that was made was, I was put on Metformin. They put me on 
1500 MG of the extended release. I took it just until this weekend. So 
for about a little over a month.

However, it caused a great deal of stomach upset way too often. So I 
reached out to the diabetes specialist, and she told me to go ahead and 
discontinue it. I really think this was the best decision overall. I 
have felt so much better just over the weekend.


I am still working on eating better. I am trying. But I still find it to 
be a big struggle. I am eating more fruit for a snack, instead of candy. 
As a matter of fact, I hadn't eaten any candy in about a month. Then I 
had a few star bursts this past Saturday. This is a big improvement for 
me, because for a while there I was having some candy every other night 
it seemed.

Also, I rarely drink a soda anymore. Even though I have been drinking 
diet for years, I really wanted to work on giving it up for good. I have 
gotten to where I only have about 1 a month. Although, it does depend on 
the situation I am in.

I did find these drinks I really enjoy. They are sugar-free. I haven't 
actually looked up the ingredients yet. You can find them at Sam's. I 
would think you could find them at other stores as well. They are, 
Nature's Twist. The 2 we have been getting are, blueberry lemonaide, and 
strawberry lemonade. Other than drinking one of those a few times a 
week, I drink water. Usually with dinner I have a glass of tea. But it 
doesn't have sugar.


I still need to work on increasing the amount of veggies I eat. As well 
as increasing my protein. I have a tendency to skip breakfast. I don't 
think this is really a good thing for me to do. Although, I did ask the 
nurse practicianor about it, and she didn't seem to have a problem with 
it. But sometimes I do wonder if it is the best thing. Honestly though, 
I struggle so much with knowing what I want, or what I could eat, that I 
then just don't eat. Which I know is not at all the answer.

I am also ordering out less, which is awesome! Oh we still have moments 
where we get a little crazy with it. LOL! But it is going much better.


That's the update. I feel like I am making a good bit of progress 
overall. I know if I keep working at it, then I will get to where I want 
to be. Sometimes though it does seem pretty slow-going. I know that's 
how it goes though. It can just be a bit frustrating, and discouraging 
at times.

Oh yes, I am slowly losing weight. I love this! It has made me very happy.


Now here are some observations I have made.


Ok, before I started having my primary care doctor take over my diabetes 
care, I was seeing an indocrinologist. I had seen this man for years I 
liked him, and I felt he offered good care. But I always felt rushed. 
And the office staff seemed very overwhelmed. It was a struggle to get 
anything done. So this was a huge reason I made the decision to switch. 
I am pretty happy with this decision.


However, when I was seeing the indocrinologist, I asked about seeing a 
dietician. I was told that he didn't recommend anyone. That it was best 
just to watch your portion sizes, and what I ate. So one day i mentioned 
this to my stomach doctor. And I found out that their office had a 
nutricionist. So for a while I talked with her. Until I switched my 
diabetes care over to my primary care doctor.


I say all that to say this.


Why does it seem that all of them pretty much say very similar things?

I get the portion control. That makes perfect sense to me. But it seems 
that while they do want you to eat more fruits and veggies, they don't 
seem to be too reluctant on other things. I mean, none of them are 
saying to have a slice of pie every night. But they seem to think that a 
couple times a week is ok. Which seems odd to me. I also think it can 
make things complicated.


Does this make any sense?

I feel like many times I can get very mixed messages. Which then of 
course gets me all mixed up. I know I am the one who makes the final 
decisions on what I eat. I get that, and I am very glad that I am able 
to make my own decisions.

But this back and forth and never knowing for sure, well it is a bit 
much. I know I have to do what works best for me in the end. And this is 
what I am attempting to do. I also don't want to seem as though I am 
ungrateful for the help, and advice. I am not. Nor am I trying to seem 
as though I am judging anyone. It just all gets very confusing.


Has anyone else noticed this? Or has anyone else had the same experiences?


Well that is all for now. I will write again soon when I have another 
update. And I will definitely let you all know what my next A1C is. We 
won't know until August.


Thank you, and please stay well.


Terri


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From debbiewunder at charter.net  Tue Jun 29 22:47:11 2021
From: debbiewunder at charter.net (debbiewunder at charter.net)
Date: Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:47:11 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden
Message-ID: <002c01d76d38$b2d971b0$188c5510$@charter.net>

I sent this to the list for information:

 

Dear President Biden:

 

My name is Debbie Wunder, and I am president of the Diabetes Action Network,
a division of the National Federation of the   Blind. I am a blind diabetic
who must test my blood sugar several times a day. Traditionally this has
meant doing many finger sticks a day and then using a test strip to retrieve
enough blood on the strip to get a blood sugar reading. Often it is very
difficult to get enough blood on the strip for the reading, thus wasting an
expensive strip as well as having to stick my finger again. 

 

Thankfully there are now systems that allow a person to test an unlimited
number of times over a two week period. Unfortunately the reader that works
with this system called the FreeStyle Libre Link has no speech output.
Fortunately there is an ap on the smart phone that allows me to scan the
sensor to get a reading. 

 

Recently this company has come up with a device  with functionality that may
save the life of a blind or low vision diabetic. The new system transmits
information that with an alarm will notify me that my blood sugar level is
too high or dangerously low. This is for many diabetics most likely to
happen while sleeping, not allowing them to be aware of any of the normal
warning signs. This very possibly may result in death. 

 

I am told that the company has submitted to the Food and Drug Administration
a request for approval of this phone app. I have reached out to the FDA for
information as to where they are in this process to no avail. Repeated calls
have gotten me no answers. I would like to ask you to please do anything you
can do to speed  along its approval and deployment. Again this can be a
matter of life or death for many diabetics.

 

Thankyou so very much for your service to America.

 

Debbie Wunder, President, Diabetes Action Network 

 

 

 


From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Tue Jun 29 23:15:19 2021
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gmelconian619 at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:15:19 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden
In-Reply-To: <002c01d76d38$b2d971b0$188c5510$@charter.net>
References: <002c01d76d38$b2d971b0$188c5510$@charter.net>
Message-ID: <001b01d76d3c$a116f2a0$e344d7e0$@gmail.com>

Lets hope it happens.lets hope that they can also get the freestyle libre 3
which has all the functionality of the Dexcom g6 in a low cost solution also
approved here in the USA where  its already approved in Europe  and over
seas markets .  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Debbie
Wunder via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 3:47 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: debbiewunder at charter.net
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

I sent this to the list for information:

 

Dear President Biden:

 

My name is Debbie Wunder, and I am president of the Diabetes Action Network,
a division of the National Federation of the   Blind. I am a blind diabetic
who must test my blood sugar several times a day. Traditionally this has
meant doing many finger sticks a day and then using a test strip to retrieve
enough blood on the strip to get a blood sugar reading. Often it is very
difficult to get enough blood on the strip for the reading, thus wasting an
expensive strip as well as having to stick my finger again. 

 

Thankfully there are now systems that allow a person to test an unlimited
number of times over a two week period. Unfortunately the reader that works
with this system called the FreeStyle Libre Link has no speech output.
Fortunately there is an ap on the smart phone that allows me to scan the
sensor to get a reading. 

 

Recently this company has come up with a device  with functionality that may
save the life of a blind or low vision diabetic. The new system transmits
information that with an alarm will notify me that my blood sugar level is
too high or dangerously low. This is for many diabetics most likely to
happen while sleeping, not allowing them to be aware of any of the normal
warning signs. This very possibly may result in death. 

 

I am told that the company has submitted to the Food and Drug Administration
a request for approval of this phone app. I have reached out to the FDA for
information as to where they are in this process to no avail. Repeated calls
have gotten me no answers. I would like to ask you to please do anything you
can do to speed  along its approval and deployment. Again this can be a
matter of life or death for many diabetics.

 

Thankyou so very much for your service to America.

 

Debbie Wunder, President, Diabetes Action Network 

 

 

 

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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Tue Jun 29 23:53:45 2021
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:53:45 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden
In-Reply-To: <001b01d76d3c$a116f2a0$e344d7e0$@gmail.com>
References: <002c01d76d38$b2d971b0$188c5510$@charter.net>
 <001b01d76d3c$a116f2a0$e344d7e0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001001d76d42$012acbd0$03806370$@laurelcreekmusic.com>

This letter really needs to go to Congress, as they are the authority over
the FDA and have the power to change regulations or tell them what to do.
Veronica


"Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
To learn more, visit:
http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
????????????????Veronica Elsea, Owner
Laurel Creek Music Designs
Santa Cruz, California
Phone: 831-429-6407


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of gary via
Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 4:15 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gmelconian619 at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

Lets hope it happens.lets hope that they can also get the freestyle libre 3
which has all the functionality of the Dexcom g6 in a low cost solution also
approved here in the USA where  its already approved in Europe  and over
seas markets .  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Debbie
Wunder via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 3:47 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: debbiewunder at charter.net
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

I sent this to the list for information:

 

Dear President Biden:

 

My name is Debbie Wunder, and I am president of the Diabetes Action Network,
a division of the National Federation of the   Blind. I am a blind diabetic
who must test my blood sugar several times a day. Traditionally this has
meant doing many finger sticks a day and then using a test strip to retrieve
enough blood on the strip to get a blood sugar reading. Often it is very
difficult to get enough blood on the strip for the reading, thus wasting an
expensive strip as well as having to stick my finger again. 

 

Thankfully there are now systems that allow a person to test an unlimited
number of times over a two week period. Unfortunately the reader that works
with this system called the FreeStyle Libre Link has no speech output.
Fortunately there is an ap on the smart phone that allows me to scan the
sensor to get a reading. 

 

Recently this company has come up with a device  with functionality that may
save the life of a blind or low vision diabetic. The new system transmits
information that with an alarm will notify me that my blood sugar level is
too high or dangerously low. This is for many diabetics most likely to
happen while sleeping, not allowing them to be aware of any of the normal
warning signs. This very possibly may result in death. 

 

I am told that the company has submitted to the Food and Drug Administration
a request for approval of this phone app. I have reached out to the FDA for
information as to where they are in this process to no avail. Repeated calls
have gotten me no answers. I would like to ask you to please do anything you
can do to speed  along its approval and deployment. Again this can be a
matter of life or death for many diabetics.

 

Thankyou so very much for your service to America.

 

Debbie Wunder, President, Diabetes Action Network 

 

 

 

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From joystigile at gmail.com  Wed Jun 30 04:50:13 2021
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jun 2021 21:50:13 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Diabetes Action Network dues information
Message-ID: <01fe01d76d6b$6c4294b0$44c7be10$@gmail.com>

Hello Everyone!

The Diabetes Action Network will be having our annual meeting this year
during National Convention on July 8, 2021. At 2 p.m. eastern until 5 p.m.
eastern

Please note the new starting time since the first agenda on the NFB.org web
site was posted!

The agenda for the meeting will be posted soon.

 

Now, for the order of business is the collection of dues.  You will have
several ways to pay your $10 dues which give you voting rights, making
motions, and running for office.

 

You can write a check made payable to the Diabetes Action Network in the
amount of $10 and mail it to me:

Joy Stigile

19831 Friar Street

Woodland Hills, CA 91367

I will need to receive it by July 6, 2021.  Since, time is short there are
three other ways to pay if you prefer:

Applepay using the phone number 818.419.5331 or

Paypal using the email address:  rstigile at gmail.com
<mailto:rstigile at gmail.com> 

Be sure to select "friends and family" or

Venmo @robertstigile

If you are having any issues with the on line please contact Robert at
818.419.5331

If you are paying for more than one person please include their first and
last name.  We will need this info for when it is time to vote.

 

Warmly, Joy Stigile

Treasurer, Diabetes Action Network 

joystigile at gmail.com <mailto:joystigile at gmail.com> 

C:  818.510.2353

 


From gwunder at earthlink.net  Wed Jun 30 22:53:24 2021
From: gwunder at earthlink.net (Gary Wunder)
Date: Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:53:24 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden
In-Reply-To: <001001d76d42$012acbd0$03806370$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
References: <002c01d76d38$b2d971b0$188c5510$@charter.net>
 <001b01d76d3c$a116f2a0$e344d7e0$@gmail.com>
 <001001d76d42$012acbd0$03806370$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
Message-ID: <00f301d76e02$bca8fba0$35faf2e0$@earthlink.net>

I respectfully disagree. The FDA is an executive level agency. Any support
we can get from Congress is good, but the president supervises all
executive-level departments. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could get a
groundswell of support from both the legislative and the executive!



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 6:54 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

This letter really needs to go to Congress, as they are the authority over
the FDA and have the power to change regulations or tell them what to do.
Veronica


"Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
To learn more, visit:
http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
????????????????Veronica Elsea, Owner
Laurel Creek Music Designs
Santa Cruz, California
Phone: 831-429-6407


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of gary via
Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 4:15 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gmelconian619 at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

Lets hope it happens.lets hope that they can also get the freestyle libre 3
which has all the functionality of the Dexcom g6 in a low cost solution also
approved here in the USA where  its already approved in Europe  and over
seas markets .  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Debbie
Wunder via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 3:47 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: debbiewunder at charter.net
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

I sent this to the list for information:

 

Dear President Biden:

 

My name is Debbie Wunder, and I am president of the Diabetes Action Network,
a division of the National Federation of the   Blind. I am a blind diabetic
who must test my blood sugar several times a day. Traditionally this has
meant doing many finger sticks a day and then using a test strip to retrieve
enough blood on the strip to get a blood sugar reading. Often it is very
difficult to get enough blood on the strip for the reading, thus wasting an
expensive strip as well as having to stick my finger again. 

 

Thankfully there are now systems that allow a person to test an unlimited
number of times over a two week period. Unfortunately the reader that works
with this system called the FreeStyle Libre Link has no speech output.
Fortunately there is an ap on the smart phone that allows me to scan the
sensor to get a reading. 

 

Recently this company has come up with a device  with functionality that may
save the life of a blind or low vision diabetic. The new system transmits
information that with an alarm will notify me that my blood sugar level is
too high or dangerously low. This is for many diabetics most likely to
happen while sleeping, not allowing them to be aware of any of the normal
warning signs. This very possibly may result in death. 

 

I am told that the company has submitted to the Food and Drug Administration
a request for approval of this phone app. I have reached out to the FDA for
information as to where they are in this process to no avail. Repeated calls
have gotten me no answers. I would like to ask you to please do anything you
can do to speed  along its approval and deployment. Again this can be a
matter of life or death for many diabetics.

 

Thankyou so very much for your service to America.

 

Debbie Wunder, President, Diabetes Action Network 

 

 

 

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From kutash-jm at comcast.net  Wed Jun 30 23:29:06 2021
From: kutash-jm at comcast.net (Jeanette Kutash)
Date: Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:29:06 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden
In-Reply-To: <00f301d76e02$bca8fba0$35faf2e0$@earthlink.net>
References: <002c01d76d38$b2d971b0$188c5510$@charter.net>
 <001b01d76d3c$a116f2a0$e344d7e0$@gmail.com>
 <001001d76d42$012acbd0$03806370$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
 <00f301d76e02$bca8fba0$35faf2e0$@earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <006201d76e07$b8e17a10$2aa46e30$@comcast.net>

I respectfully agree with Gary.

The President is equipped to work with Congress and this would be a feather
in everyone's cap.

Jeanette

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Gary Wunder via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 6:53 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Gary Wunder
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

I respectfully disagree. The FDA is an executive level agency. Any support
we can get from Congress is good, but the president supervises all
executive-level departments. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could get a
groundswell of support from both the legislative and the executive!



-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica
Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 6:54 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

This letter really needs to go to Congress, as they are the authority over
the FDA and have the power to change regulations or tell them what to do.
Veronica


"Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
To learn more, visit:
http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
????????????????Veronica Elsea, Owner
Laurel Creek Music Designs
Santa Cruz, California
Phone: 831-429-6407


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of gary via
Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 4:15 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: gmelconian619 at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

Lets hope it happens.lets hope that they can also get the freestyle libre 3
which has all the functionality of the Dexcom g6 in a low cost solution also
approved here in the USA where  its already approved in Europe  and over
seas markets .  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Debbie
Wunder via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 3:47 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: debbiewunder at charter.net
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Letter to President Biden

I sent this to the list for information:

 

Dear President Biden:

 

My name is Debbie Wunder, and I am president of the Diabetes Action Network,
a division of the National Federation of the   Blind. I am a blind diabetic
who must test my blood sugar several times a day. Traditionally this has
meant doing many finger sticks a day and then using a test strip to retrieve
enough blood on the strip to get a blood sugar reading. Often it is very
difficult to get enough blood on the strip for the reading, thus wasting an
expensive strip as well as having to stick my finger again. 

 

Thankfully there are now systems that allow a person to test an unlimited
number of times over a two week period. Unfortunately the reader that works
with this system called the FreeStyle Libre Link has no speech output.
Fortunately there is an ap on the smart phone that allows me to scan the
sensor to get a reading. 

 

Recently this company has come up with a device  with functionality that may
save the life of a blind or low vision diabetic. The new system transmits
information that with an alarm will notify me that my blood sugar level is
too high or dangerously low. This is for many diabetics most likely to
happen while sleeping, not allowing them to be aware of any of the normal
warning signs. This very possibly may result in death. 

 

I am told that the company has submitted to the Food and Drug Administration
a request for approval of this phone app. I have reached out to the FDA for
information as to where they are in this process to no avail. Repeated calls
have gotten me no answers. I would like to ask you to please do anything you
can do to speed  along its approval and deployment. Again this can be a
matter of life or death for many diabetics.

 

Thankyou so very much for your service to America.

 

Debbie Wunder, President, Diabetes Action Network 

 

 

 

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